Elite Screens Kestrel Tab-Tension Series User manual

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Kestrel Tab-Tension CineGrey 4D/
Kestrel Tab-Tension Series
Floor Rising Electric/Motorized Screen
User’s Guide – J Type
The CineGrey 4D (Ceiling Ambient Light Rejecting) is best for family rooms, educational facilities, conference
rooms or any applications in which incident light is a factor for use with standard throw projectors (long-throw).
The CineWhite®X (Matte White) is best for rooms with controlled lighting and works ultra-short, short, and standard
throw projectors.
In order for the projection screen material to maintain its projection qualities and optimum performance, please
refer to the list below for proper maintenance and cleaning.
•Use a dry microfiber cloth to remove dust from the screen’s surface.
•When cleaning, use a damp microfiber cloth with warm water to remove any marks.
•Never rub or apply pressure when cleaning the surface.
•Never attempt to use any solutions, chemicals or abrasive cleaners on the screen surface.
•In order to avoid damaging the screen, avoid touching it directly with your fingers, pens/pencils or any
other sharp or abrasive objects.
Screen Identification
Power Socket
RJ11 port
UP
DOWN
Cover
Panel
Housing
Screen
Material
Masking
Border
Tab-Tension
String
Front View
Back View
Spring Riser

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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTES
Caution: The screen’s Black Bottom border is already set to its maximum distance. There is NO extra Black Bottom
Drop in the roller. Unapproved changes or modifications (except for cutting the power cord for hardwire
installations) to this unit are prohibited and will void your warranty. For more information, please contact our
Technical Support Department at [phone] Ext. 604.
1. Please read this manual before use and follow the procedures specified:
a) Please retain this manual for future reference.
b) To avoid any damagesto the screen, do not use any accessories or parts not recommended by Elite Screens.
c) Handle the device carefully during transportation.
d) Do not set up screen on uneven surfaces.
e) To prevent electrical shock or fire; never overload the power cord and avoid contacting the motorized
components with liquids or foreign objects.
2. The tubular motor equipped in the screen feature an overheat protection sensor. If the screen is
consecutively brought up and down between 3-4 minutes, the motor will automatically shut-off to prevent
the motor from sustaining damage through overheating. If the automatic shutoff is activated, please allow
30 minutes cool down before resuming operation.
3. The Kestrel Series Screen is equipped with a strong tension cross-spring system. DO NOT attempt any unnecessary
repairs.
4. When using the screen, please
a) Avoid strong wind, rain, or electrical storms.
b) No direct sunshine (UV Radiation) or moisture.
c) Keep away from fire sources and high temperature devices.
d) Turn the power off before moving this product.
NOTE:
•This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant
to Part 15 of the FCC Guidelines.
•The products are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential/commercial installation and end user application and may radiate radio frequency energy.
•However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
1. The power outlet should be close to the unit and easily accessible.
2. Re-orient or relocate the receiving antenna.
3. Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
4. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Do not place the screen near a
fireplace or high temperature
objects such as gas stove,
barbecue, or heater
Keep away from children!
Keep hands clear from
the closing panels!

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Notice to Installer:
For CineGrey 4D models only
Please use the following installation instructions to obtain superior optical performance from the
CineGrey 4D Angular Reflective ALR (Ambient Light Rejecting) Screen.
• Angular-Reflective material is not compatible with ultra-throw projectors
• Minimum lens throw ratio 1.5x image width
• Ambient light must not come from the same direction as the projector
Since angular-reflective means that the projected image will reflect at the mirror-opposite angle, it is important to
position the projector so that the viewer will get the best possible image.
Step 1: Establish the general “eye level” of the viewers
Step 2: Set the appropriate projection level
Step 3: Adjust the screen height level and projection angle
Input Angle (A) = Output Angle (B) aligns with the viewer’s angle

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Screen Setup
Screen Operation
Electric current: The screen operates on AC 110V at 60hz (US/Canada/Mexico only)
1. Plug the screen into a power outlet and control the screen using the included remote controls.
2. Once the screen has power, you will be able to control it using any of the 3 methods below.
Three ways to control your Kestrel Tab-Tension Screen
1. IR Remote control: The IR (Infrared) remote requires line-of-sight to the IR sensor. Plug the IR sensor into the
RJ11 port on the left side of the screen’s case. Point the IR remote directly at the IR sensor to control the screen.
Note: a. The IR remote has a range of 15 ft.
b. The IR sensor must not be covered or blocked.
Minimum space required if concealed.
Side view of control panel (left side)
RJ11 Pinout
1.5V Infrared Voltage
2.IR Signal
3.12V Trigger GND
4.12V Trigger
5. /
6.IR GND
Kestrel Tab-Tension Controls and Accessories
A. IR Remote
B. RF Remote
C. IR “eye” Sensor
D. 12 v trigger cable
Length
78.7” (2 m)
Length
11.8” (30 cm)
9” – 9.8”
(230mm –250mm)
5.1”
(130mm)
8.18”
(208mm)
5” (128mm)
Power socket
12V trigger/
IR Sensor
DOWN
UP
IMPORTANT: The screen must be
placed in horizontal position on a
level ground.

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2. RF Remote control: The RF remote does not require line-of-sight and can be used to control the screen from
anywhere up to 50 ft.
3. 12 v trigger: The built-in 12V trigger input allows your screen to synchronize its rise & drop with the projector’s
power cycle. The screen rises when the projector powers up and will retract when the projector powers down. The
12-volt RJ11 cable connects to your projector’s trigger output via a separate cable such as a 3.5 mm mono that may
or may not be provided by the manufacturer of the projector. The trigger feature will not work without an output
cable from the projector, but it can be tested by connecting the Red (+) and Green (-) cable to a 9-volt battery. A
3.5mm mono jack cable is needed to splice together with the 12v trigger cable for this feature to work.
Note: Not all projectors have a trigger output port for this feature.
Storing the screen: Always store the screen flat horizontally. Never store the screen in a vertical position.
For Technical Support or an Elite Screens contact in your area,
visit www.elitescreens.com
UP
STOP
DOWN
Press the UP button to Raise the screen
Press the STOP button to stop the screen
Press the DOWN button to Retract the screen
Connects to projector
trigger output 3.5 mm
mono jack cable
(not included)
12v trigger connects
to screen RJ11 port